One of my readers asked for some treatment possibilities for ADHD so I decided to break them up into natural remedies that don’t require prescriptions and prescription treatments. I provided links with each so you can study each one to determine if you’d like to try any of them. If you’ve ever searched on the internet for ADHD the information available is overwhelming. The claims and information listed with each “remedy” is pasted directly from the web site cited.

Vaxa's Attend is a Safe, All Natural, Doctor-formulated Homeopathic Medicine and Nutraceutical/Nutritional combination remedy, and carries a National Drug Control Number (NDC# 65900-0266-3) on the label. It is conveniently available, without a prescription!


beCALM’d (now Neu-BeCalm'd) was developed through research at the University of Texas Health Science Center the work of several scientists at NeuroGenesis. Since 1984 FOUR PATENTS have been awarded. It is the ONLY product of its kind granted use of selected neurotransmitter enhancing ingredients http://www-neu-becalmd.com/
Focus ADHD formula is a 100% safe, non-addictive alternative treatment for ADHD, without the risks and side effects of prescription psychiatric drugs. Focus ADHD is a proven, complex herbal remedy, specially formulated by a practicing Clinical Psychologist to safely and effectively treat the symptoms of ADHD.

Synaptol™ consists of all-natural ingredients that are "essential" in making it safe and effective. It contains no chemically generated compounds, fillers, or artificial additives and unlike pharmaceutical drugs, does not require a prescription and has zero negative side effects. Synaptol™ is another remarkable product from MicroNutra

INTELECTOL® is the purest form of Vinpocetine available. Vinpocetine is a derivative of Vincamine, which is extracted from the Periwinkle plant ( Vinca Minor, Vinca Pervinca ). Research suggests that Vinpocetine helps to maintain healthy blood circulation in the brain and supports certain neurotransmitters in the memory process. * Vinpocetine supports and protects brain blood vessel health and aids mental function. *

Caffeine, as found in coffee and other herbal stimulants has been proposed as an alternative to stimulant drugs in the treatment of ADD/ADHD. Although herbal practitioners rarely use caffeine or caffeine-containing herbs alone, many of the most popular formulas do contain stimulating components. The benefit of caffeine stimulation has been addressed in several studies in this population. In general, these studies have demonstrated significant benefits with the administration of caffeine to children with ADD/ADHD. The benefits however have not been without side effects, and have failed to match or exceed those derived from the conventional stimulant medication regimes. It has even been suggested that many ADHD children who go into remission as adults may have learned to self-medicate with regular coffee consumption. In such cases, elimination of caffeine from their diet may actually unmask the underlying ADHD condition. (Dalby JT)

Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) leaves are remarkable for their ability of their ginkgolide and flavone glycoside-containing extracts to increase local blood flow to brain, bringing greater oxygenation to the tissues, while acting as a neural antoixidant. Ginkgo also improvies brain glucose metabolism, and positively affects levels of amine neurotransmitter substances in the brain. These benefits become more pronounced after prolonged use.
Brahmi (Bacopa monniera) This Ayurvedic herb has a long history of use as a cognitive enhancer. Research shows that it the protects brain from free radical damage even better than the cognitive-enhancing drug deprenyl (Battacharya), while stimulating improved learning and cognitive function (Kidd).
Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosis) Adaptogenic; helps to modulate stress reactions by normalizing physiological function. The extract stimulates brain activity and causes a more economical release of body energy which results in increased work output. It contains a mixture of eleutherosides A-E, including syriingin (B) and syringaresinol diglucoside (E), which have been shown to diminish stress-caused reductions of strength and memory retrieval. It also benefits growth rates. The anti-stress effect seems to derive from its antioxidant and steroid metabolism activity on the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal endocrine function. It improves adaptation to diminished blood flow to the brain. Siberian ginseng also produces an increase of amine nerve transmitter substances in the brain and adrenal gland.
Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica, also Hydrocotyle asiatica) These herbs are not to be confused with the caffeine-containg Kola nut. Their triterpenoid glycosides - asiaticoside, madecassoside, and brahmoside - reduce adrenal corticosterone blood levels during stress. They have also been found to be useful for cognitive and nervous disorders and vascular problems of the brain.
Green Oats (Avena sativa) the fresh green seeds have been used as a mild antispasmodic and nourishing nerve tonic. Its tonic effects are not immediately stimulating as with caffeine, but are cumulative and restorative over time with continued use.

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